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The Basic Problems of Interpreting Preambles of Constitutions
The Basic Problems of Interpreting Preambles of Constitutions

Author(s): Filip Novaković, Aleksej Indžić
Subject(s): Constitutional Law, Philosophy of Law
Published by: International University of Sarajevo
Keywords: interpretation of law; preamble; originalism; theory of law; constitution; constitutional law;

Summary/Abstract: In this article, we touch on the preambles of constitutions, their importance, and manner of interpretation with a purposeful analysis of these issues as the main objective of this paper. We look at constitutional law in its entirety, as well as preambular issues, to evaluate the segments of the legal act that represent its non-normative part. To significantly contribute to the understanding of the very goal of the constitution and similar acts is the most important issue of this topic. By analysing different methods of interpreting the constitution and its preamble, we provide a comprehensive account of errors in interpreting the constitution that penetrate every segment of our lives.

  • Issue Year: 15/2022
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 215-243
  • Page Count: 29
  • Language: English